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Emerson Network Power has launched a simple data centre infrastructure management (DCIM) model called the Trellis Platform Express. It gives users a holistic, real-time view of their data centre including facilities and IT resources to show how energy is used, where operational efficiencies could be improved, and to plan for the future.

The Trellis Platform is a turnkey solution for data centre managers that can be flexible and scaled up as business needs change.

The Trellis DCIM would suit the needs of any sized data centre and can be flexible enough to accommodate growth and changes to the business. For small and medium organisations it addresses the need to quickly and easily order and deploy a DCIM solution that is the right size for their organisation. While for larger enterprises it is designed to meet immediate needs with a simple and quick implementation.

The Trellis Platform Express can come with or without a host server and has options for tracking, monitoring of up to 25 floor-mounted devices.

John Deere Power Systems has brought out two new diesel gensets for the 350 – 500 kW standby and emergency power market.

Both gensets are 13.5L, the PowerTech E 6135HFG84 features higher-output ratings of 401 kW (538 hp) and 460 kW (617 hp) at 1800 rpm, and meets key power nodes of 350 and 400 kWe standby power.

The engine is available with a New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) emergency stationary label for the US and Canadian markets, and is capable of achieving Tier 3 emissions levels as required by emergency stationary regulations.

The second engine, the PowerTech 6135HFG75 is a more compact model with increased power density and lower heat rejection than comparable models. It has a power rating of 563 kW (755 hp) at 1800 rpm and meets a key power node of 500 kWe standby power and Tier 2 emissions levels for stationary gensets over 560 kW (750 hp).

Both models feature a fixed-geometry turbocharger, electronic unit injector fuel system, 4-valve cylinder head, air-to-air after cooling and full-authority electronic controls.

Cummins has brought out a range of generator sets suitable for home or business applications that run on both liquid propane and natural gas. The QuietConnect has power output ratings from 22kW to 60kW.

These are Cummins first gensets for the light commercial or residential markets. Although based on previous Cummins products, the emphasis was on making the gensets extremely quiet.

The QuietConnect operates very quietly thanks to advanced sound attenuation design and acoustical testing. This was done by eliminating external noises and pinpointing where in a generator noise was made so engineers could design quieter products.

The Connect Series generators are powered by the QSJ2.4 engine, a four-cycle, spark-ignited engine has a closed-loop electronic fuel system and have been designed and tested to perform under extreme temperatures and high altitude applications.

Eaton has expanded its range of low voltage switchgear and control gear systems with the addition of the Capitole 40 MTP. It is equipped with a mechanical test position (MTP) that allows users to add and change units while the system is running.

All potentially hazardous components are behind protective doors, so the user can change the units such as feeders, bus couplers, motor starters and distribution units safely.

The Capitole 40 series switchgear and controlgear is suitable for up to 6300 A / 690 V.

The equipment was developed in response to demand for equipment requiring minimal maintenance and complete reliability. The switchgear is intended for applications ranging from chemical and process industries, oil and gas exploration, power stations to data centres.

The changeable units are attached to levers that are operated from the front panel to be in either connected, disconnected or test mode. Inserting a unit is only possible when disconnected, making it safe to perform maintenance on a system.

When the compartment’s door is closed, the lever can be moved to test position to test the control loop between the control system and functional unit. 

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed by Imperial College London and the University of Science and Technology in Korea to develop fuel cell technology.

The MoU is intended to advance the involvement in hydrogen and fuel cell research between UK and Korea.

A Professor from each establishment signed the MoU at Imperial College London’s Energy Future Lab, which will be the focal point of the research and is the UK’s hub for hydrogen and fuel cell technology research.

Professor Nigel Brandon, director of the EFL said: “Korea is investing heavily in a range of energy technologies including fuel cells, reflecting the country’s relative lack of natural resources. As fuel cells are the most efficient form of electricity generation for a range of fuels, including natural gas and hydrogen, this is of significant interest for Korean industry to develop for both its home and international markets.”